POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES DEGREES DIPLOMAS Faculty of Education
FACULTY OF EDUCATION INDEX POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES The University reserves the right, at any time, should circumstance dictate, to make changes to, or withdraw any of the opportunities on offer. VISION 4 ACADEMIC DEPARTMENTS 4 ADVANCED DIPLOMA 6 Advanced Diploma in Education in Remedial Education HONOURS PROGRAMMES 8 BEd Honours Degree BEd Honours in Educational Psychology MASTER S PROGRAMMES 8 Master of Education Degree (MEd) Master of Education in Educational Psychology Master of Education in Educational Management DOCTORAL PROGRAMMES 9 Doctor Educationis (Educational Psychology) Philosophiae Doctor (Education) BURSARIES 10 CONTACT DETAILS 10
FACULTY OF EDUCATION Dynamic knowledge-making for 21st century education VISION Dynamically shaping the future of education through excellence in teaching, research and community service. The Faculty of Education at the University of Johannesburg offers its programmes at two of the University s campuses - the Auckland Park Kingsway Campus and the Soweto campus. In addition, the Faculty offers a foundation phase (elementary school) teacher education programme in Siyabuswa which is a rural area of the Province of Mpumalanga in South Africa, in collaboration with the University of Mpumalanga. This programme is one of our initiatives towards the continuous building of a bright future for teacher education in South Africa. The teaching school initiative at its Soweto campus is another example of how the Faculty is taking skill-based primary school teacher education to a higher level in the country. The teacher education programme for the foundation phase is also widely recognised as one of the leading programmes in South Africa. In a country where the status of foundation phase teachers continue to present many challenges, the Faculty of Education is committed to ensuring quality education for all learners in the foundation phase. The Faculty is making great strides in promoting high quality childhood education and through focused research and reinforcing the message that teachers of young children must be highly qualified and competent in order to provide and improve the best possible educational outcomes for children at all levels of the schooling system. The Faculty s research footprint has increased rapidly during the past few years. Our research programmes span many areas, including mathematical cognition in childhood, pre-service teacher education and educational support for learners who require additional educational support. ACADEMIC DEPARTMENTS: Department of Childhood Education The Department of Childhood Education at the University of Johannesburg offers specialized undergraduate and post graduate degrees in the Foundation Phase. The undergraduate programme covers Literacy, Numeracy, Natural Science, Methodology of Foundation Phase, Professional Development and Educational Psychology. In addition to the class work, the undergraduate programme is enhanced by a practicum component where students spend some time in our primary school Funda UJabule on campus every year. There are a diverse group of students in the Foundation Phase Programme. They range from teachers upgrading their qualifications to degree and specialized status, students straight from high school to adults seeking a challenging and rewarding career in education. The Department also offers Honours, Masters and Doctoral Degree specialisations in the Foundation Phase Education. Department of Education and Curriculum Studies The Department of Education and Curriculum Studies at the University of Johannesburg offers teaching and supervision for undergraduate and post graduate study in a wide range of areas, fulfilling a pivotal role in the Initial Teacher Education (ITE/pre-service) and the continuous professional development of teachers (CPTD/in-service). Its programmes are designed for both novice and mid-career professionals who are interested in developing deeper conceptual understanding of educational issues and who aspire to become teachers. Students in the programmes represent diverse nationalities, academic interests and professional backgrounds. A significant number are undergraduate South African students and citizens of SADC and other countries in Africa. Current and recent graduates include policy analysts, adult educators, fieldworkers in democracy and human rights education and leaders from both the national and provincial education departments. 4
Department of Education Leadership and Management The Department of Education Leadership and Management offers courses at both undergraduate and post graduate levels. The strength of the Department lies in the teaching of the ACE Leadership course, Honours and Masters levels where there is concentration of modules that enable students to delve into issues, theories, practices and case studies that will prepare them for leadership positions in schools and the educational sector as a whole. In developing a niche area in educational leadership, DELM have managed to create a dynamic coalition among external organisations nationally and internationally. The staff is all well qualified and they have vast experiences in the training and development of school leaders. Department of Educational Psychology In the broad field of Educational Psychology, we study the psychological dimensions of education, specifically the learning and development processes that are central to education. Our research in this field is aimed at advancing scientific knowledge of educational psychological processes applied in diverse educational and community settings. We provide education to students on undergraduate level where our focus is on psychological foundations of education, including learning and development. We also provide education required for the professional preparation and specialisation in Educational Psychology (counsellors and educational psychologists), and contribute to the education of practitioners and researchers who specialise in areas of educational leadership, curriculum work, and community development. Department Science and Technology Education YOUR 21ST CENTURY LEARNING PARTNER TEACH RESEARCH ENGAGE EXCEL SCTECHED takes the imperative of teacher development for SET training very seriously, and have several plans in development to make a real difference in how teachers in Mathematics, Science, Technology and Learning Technologies are trained. SCTECHED has four related yet distinct foci: Science Education, Technology Education, Mathematics Education and Learning Technologies. 5
FACULTY OF EDUCATION ADVANCED DIPLOMA Name of programme: Advanced Diploma in Education in Remedial Education The purpose of the Advanced Diploma in Remedial Education is to deliver professionally qualified remedial teachers and learning support specialists who can work in either inclusive mainstream classrooms or specialised schools. This is done by providing teachers with integrated theoretical knowledge, practical skills, specialised competence and experience of evidence-based practices around the pedagogy and didactics of remedial education for learners experiencing Specific Learning Disorders. Admission requirements To gain admission into the Advanced Diploma in Education in Remedial Education a potential student should possess one of the following qualifications: A four year Bachelor of Education degree A general NQF level 6 first degree or diploma, plus a 120C level 7 Advanced Diploma in Teaching A former 120C level 6 Postgraduate Certificate in Education A former Higher Diploma in Education (Undergraduate) A former Further Diploma in Education A former Advanced Certificate in Education (120C level 6) An Advanced Certificate in Teaching A former three-year College of Education Diploma or A National Professional Diploma in Education (NPDE) ( 360C at level 5) followed by an Advanced Certificate in Teaching Additional selection criteria In addition to the minimum admission requirements as outlined above, prospective students could undergo a selection process, including personal interviews and testing. Articulation possibilities The completed Advanced Diploma in Education in Remedial Education Adv Dip (Ed) (Remedial Education) has the following articulation possibilities: Vertical articulation: Bachelor degree graduates who have completed the Advanced Diploma in Education in Remedial Teaching may proceed to a 120C NQF level 8 Bachelor of Education Honours degree, or an Honours degree in another cognate field or a 120 NQF 8 Post Graduate Diploma in Education in Special Needs. Students need to meet the minimum entry requirements and thus students can further their educational career. Professional qualified teachers who are not in possession of a first Bachelor s degree may present a 120C NQF 7 completed Advanced Diploma in Education for entry into an NQF level 7 BEd programme, or into another appropriate NQF level 7 Bachelor s degrees. Language medium: English, however, students may submit assignments in another official language provided they are translated for the marker. Duration: Full-time: One year of study, register for all 4 modules Part-time: Two years. In the first year, register for modules: Remedial Foundations and Scholastic Assessment In the second year, register for modules: Learning Support and Parental Involvement Registration dates: www.uj.ac.za/registration Mode of tuition: Seminars and practical workshops: 9 Saturdays scheduled between February and September on the Auckland Park Kingsway Campus. 80% attendance required. Web-based and on-line learning: All course material is available through the student portal on BlackBoard. Students complete at least two on-line courses as assignments towards the modules. Access to the Internet and University library and website is essential. Tutorials and Lecturer Consultations: to be arranged during the year. The tutor is available for on-site and email consultations. Textbooks: Students are required to purchase their own copies. Details of textbooks are posted in Blackboard for registered students. 6
Module content: Remedial Foundations Code: REM00Y1 30 credits Scholastic Assessment Code: SAS00Y1 30 credits Learning Support Code: LSP00Y1 40 credits Parental Involvement Code: PIN00Y1 20 credits Inclusive Education Policy and Framework Cognition and Learning Basic Linguistics phonology semantics morphology syntax pragmatics Language Acquisition primary and secondary Orthography Specific Learning Disability dyslexia dysgraphia dyscalculia aphasia Assessment Theory Diagnostic Processes Support Needs Analysis Assessment of Oral receptive and expressive language Reading assessment Spelling ass essment Writing assessment Numeracy assessment Assessment reporting Alternative Assessments and Concessions Didactic Environment Remedial Intervention plans Learning Theories Curriculum differentiation Remediation of oral receptive and expressive language. Emergent literacy Reading support Spelling support Writing and handwriting support Numeracy support Eco-systemic framework, parental roles Parent / Community School partnerships Principles of engagement in remedial education Parent consultations Basic counselling skills Home remedial plans Collaborating with parents, teachers and multi-disciplinary teams. Assessment: Formative assessment: Three assessments per module take place during the year. Summative assessment: A final, exam equivalent is submitted in November for each module. This is externally moderated. Assessments cover theoretical and practical aspects of the work. Students are expected to conduct practical, remedial work with learners in the classroom and submit a final portfolio of work-based evidence of competence. Course co-ordinator: Mrs Jean Fourie Department of Educational Psychology Auckland Park Kingsway Campus, B Ring 4, Room 423A Tel: 011 559 2526 / Email: jeanf@uj.ac.za Administrator: eduqueries@uj.ac.za 7
BEd HONOURS DEGREE Admission requirements: A bachelor s degree plus a teacher s diploma (at least 480 credits at level 6) including Education 3. A four-year bachelor s degree, including teacher training (e.g. BA(Ed) or BEd) (at least 480 credits at level 6). A recognised teacher s diploma or diplomas equivalent to a four year teacher s diploma (at least 480 credits at level 6). A recognised teacher s diploma and a three-year National Technical Certificate (T3) (at least 480 credits at level 6) or an equivalent thereof. Additional selection criteria: Students should provide proof of relevant academic competence, namely 65% average in the majors of a prior degree or in the case of a diploma, a 65% average for all the subjects/modules. Educational Linguistics: At least one modern language at second year level. Technology Education: Technical qualifications, 120 credits at level 6. BEd Hons specialisations: Curriculum Democracy and Policy in Education Education Management and Leadership Inclusive Education Educational Linguistic Environmental Education Foundation Phase Education Higher and Adult Education Information and Communication Technology in Education Life Orientation Mathematics Education Science Education Technology Education Name of programme: BEd Honours in Educational Psychology (the closing date for application to this programme is 30 June 2015) The same entry requirements for the BEd Hons Programmes apply to the BEd Hons in Educational Psychology Programme, but with the following additional selection criteria: In order to be selected for this degree a candidate must have Psychology 3 and Education 3. Candidates who apply for this degree will undergo a selection process. The selection process is based on previous academic achievement, personal skills, interpersonal skills, the ability to work in a team and the potential to learn the necessary skills to become an effective counsellor. MASTER OF EDUCATION DEGREE (MEd) Admission requirements: Prospective candidates will have obtained a BEd (Hons). A suitable four year professional bachelor s degree plus a teacher s diploma/ teaching qualification and work experience in the proposed field of specialisation. A teacher s diploma /teaching qualification, plus an appropriate honours degree and work experience in the proposed field of specialisation. The Education knowledge of such candidates will be assessed by the Head of Department and the subject expert in the proposed field of specialisation and a reading programme may be prescribed prior to registration. Additional selection criteria: Academic performance: students need to have attained a minimum of 65% in their previous degree. If 65% was not attained, prior learning and experience in the field may be taken into consideration and students could be allowed to register based on a pre-registration research proposal which is accepted by the academic department in which the student will be registering. Curriculum: Full dissertation: A dissertation on an approved topic in the field of Education. All students must attend a short learning programme in research methodology. Coursework and minor-dissertation: All students must attend a short learning programme in research methodology. Please take note that most of the programmes can be chosen as a fulldissertation or module work and minor-dissertation, however there are exceptions. Students choose one of the following specialisations: 1. Curriculum Policy Evaluation 2. Inclusive Education 3. Life and Career Orientation 4. Teacher Education 8
5. Educational Linguistics 6. Values and Human Rights in Education 7. Adult Education 8. Higher Education 9. Environmental Education 10. Mathematics and Science Education 11. Philosophy of Education 12. Psychology of Learning 13. Information and Communication Technology in Education 14. Language and Literacy in the Foundation Phase 15. Methodology in the Foundation Phase 16. Childhood Education in the Foundation Phase 17. Numeracy in the Foundation Phase 18. Learning Area Methodology (only full dissertation) 19. Mathematics Education (only full dissertation) 20. Science Education (Natural, Physical, and Life Sciences) (only full dissertation) 21. Technology Education (only full dissertation) MASTER OF EDUCATION IN EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY Module work and minor-dissertation. A prospective student must hold the BEd (Hons) Educational Psychology degree with an average of at least 65% plus either a BEd teaching degree or a PGCE. Honours in Psychology will be considered, provided the student completes at least three modules relevant to the Master s degree on a BEd honours level. Additional selection criteria: In addition, all prospective candidates will be subject to selection in which field-related experience in psychology, education, training and development are considered. The application form for the selection procedure needs to be submitted at the end of July of the year prior to the year of planned registration. Prerequisites: Students are required to complete the minor-dissertation in the academic programme before commencing with internship. In order to register as an educational psychologist with the Health Professions Council, the candidate must, apart from having obtained the MEd (Educational Psychology) degree, also complete an internship at an institution approved by the said Council. This internship does not, however, form part of the requirements for obtaining the degree. MASTER OF EDUCATION IN EDUCATIONAL MANAGEMENT Module work and minor-dissertation. A prospective student must hold the BEd Hons in Educational Management degree or an appropriate equivalent degree. A minimum of 65% in the approved BEd Hons or the equivalent is also required. DOCTORAL PROGRAMMES Doctoral study requires a candidate to undertake research at an advanced academic level culminating in the production, defence and acceptance of a thesis. The defining characteristic of the qualification is that the candidate is required to demonstrate high-level research capability and make a significant and original academic contribution to the field of Education. Name of programme: Doctor Educationis (Educational Psychology) Admission requirements: Prospective candidates will have obtained a MEd (Educational Psychology). Academic performance: students need to have attained a minimum of 65% in their previous degree. If 65% was not attained, prior learning and experience in the field may be taken into consideration and students could be allowed to register based on a pre-registration research proposal which is accepted by the Department of Educational Psychology. Additional selection criteria: Applicants ability to communicate both in oral and written format may be assessed in a screening procedure. Proficiency in a word processing package and internet use is strongly recommended. Name of programme: Philosophiae Doctor (Education) Admission requirements: Prospective candidates will have obtained a MEd Prospective candidates will have obtained a teacher s diploma/teaching qualification, plus an appropriate master s degree as well as work experience in the field of study. The Education knowledge of such candidates will be assessed by the Head of Department and prospective supervisor and a reading programme may be prescribed prior to allowing registration. 9
Additional selection criteria: Academic performance: students need to have attained a minimum of 65% in their previous degree. If 65% was not attained, prior learning and experience in the field may be taken into consideration and students could be allowed to register based on a pre-registration research proposal which is accepted by the Department in which the student will be registering. Curriculum: A thesis is required on an approved topic in the field of Education. Students must attend a short learning programme in research methodology. Topics related to the following broad areas may be investigated: 1. Adult Education 2. Curriculum Studies 3. Inclusive Education 4. Educational and Learning Support 5. Educational Linguistics 6. Educational Management 7. Environmental Education 8. ICT in Education 9. Higher Education 10. Learning Area Methodology 11. Life and Career Orientation 12. Mathematics Education 13. Philosophy of Education 14. Psychology of Education 15. Sociology of Education 16. Science Education 17. Teacher Education 18. Technology Education 19. Values and Human Rights Education 20. Foundation Phase Education BURSARIES: The Faculty make the following bursaries available if funds allow it: Honours students (Faculty merit bursary) UJ Honours bursary for full time honours students Supervisor linked bursaries for Masters and Doctoral students FACULTY CONTACT DETAILS Auckland Park Kingsway Campus Tel: 011 553 3251 Soweto Campus Tel: 011 559 5562 Email address: eduquiries@uj.ac.za Website: www.uj.ac.za/edu The Faculty of Education is currently developing new programmes aligned with the policy Minimum Requirement for Teacher Education Qualifications. We will keep you informed once the programmes are approved. The Faculty of Education reserves the right to change information in this brochure. 10